Novus Capstone

Company Description Novus Capstone, LLC operates at the intersection of federal research institutions, intelligence and national security programs, and private sector innovation. Founded in 2017 as a certified veteran-owned small business, the company provides focused research and technical services to the federal national security community and its commercial partners. Novus Capstone leverages decades of experience in national security technology development from both federal and private sectors. The organization emphasizes entrepreneurial thinking, innovative solutions, and close collaboration with partners to advance critical national security programs.

Position Description

Novus Capstone is seeking a highly motivated Senior Aerospace Engineer to support the 

research, design, development, integration, testing, and operational deployment of small satellite and 

unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems at our new Quail Run Engineering Facility. The successful candidate will contribute to multidisciplinary aerospace programs spanning concept development, systems engineering, flight hardware, mission planning, prototyping, test operations, and production support. 

This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace technologies, including small satellite systems, autonomous aircraft, and advanced payloads supporting commercial, civil, and defense applications. 

Typical duties include: 

• Lead the design, systems engineering, analysis, integration, and testing of small satellite and UAV platforms. 
• Develop engineering requirements, specifications, interface control documentation, and technical reports. 
• Perform system-level trade studies, performance analyses, and mission assessments. 
• Support aircraft and spacecraft configuration development and system architecture activities. 
• Conduct/supervise structural, thermal, propulsion, flight performance, and aerodynamic analyses as 
• required. 
• Participate in hardware integration, laboratory testing, environmental testing, and flight readiness reviews. 
• Support flight test planning, execution, data collection, and post-flight analysis. 
• Assist with spacecraft mission planning, orbit analysis, and operational concept development. 
• Develop engineering models, simulations, and mission and orbit analytical tools. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams including mechanical, electrical, software, 
• manufacturing, and operations personnel. 
• Support prototype development, production transition, and sustainment activities. 
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations to customers, management, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with program requirements, industry standards, and quality assurance processes. 

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related discipline. 
• 9 Years aerospace engineering experience with Bachelor's Degree or; 7 Years with Master's Degree or; 4

Years with PhD. 

• Current DoD Top Secret or DOE Q security clearance. 
• Knowledge of aircraft and spacecraft design principles. 
• Proficiency in engineering analysis and modeling tools. 
• Understanding of systems engineering processes and requirements development. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment and provide technical leadership. 
• Demonstrated technical writing and communication skills, including experience preparing technical 
• documents, engineering reports, customer-presentations. 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering. 
• Experience with small satellite development programs. 
• Experience supporting UAV/UAS design, integration, or flight testing. 
• Knowledge of orbital mechanics and mission analysis. 
• Experience with autonomous systems and vehicle guidance, navigation, and control. 
• Familiarity with aviation and aerospace regulatory requirements. 
• Experience with rapid prototyping, additive manufacturing, composite structures, or advanced materials. 
• Experience working within DoD space or aerospace programs. 
• FAA Part 107 Qualification. 

BENEFITS 

401(k) 7% direct company contribution. 

Unlimited paid time off subject to meeting customer commitments and funded work requirements. 

Health insurance monthly premium reimbursement. 

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE Yes